[By NBC-1TV H. J Yook]Veteran Hawaii hospitality executive Marcus Y. Ito has been promoted by TRUMP HOTEL COLLECTION™ to global sales director, Asia-Pacific. Adding to his leisure sales responsibilities at Trump International Hotel™ Waikiki Beach Walk, Ito will be taking on a broader role, representing the entire TRUMP HOTEL COLLECTION brand to the Asia-Pacific markets.

“We are delighted to welcome Marcus to the Trump corporate team,” said Jim Petrus, chief operating officer. “His leadership has been a significant factor in the success of Trump Waikiki, and we anticipate that this expansion of his role will greatly benefit the TRUMP HOTEL COLLECTION brand and our entire expanding portfolio in our Asia-Pacific sales efforts.”